Marketing Assistant, School And Library - Penguin Young Readers (Hybrid)

Do you love to read books and are you interested in learning how publishers launch them into the marketplace? Then this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Penguin Young Readers School and Library Marketing department is seeking a Marketing Assistant to provide administrative and project-based support to the team. Reporting into the Vice President and Executive Director, the Assistant will have great exposure to all aspects of the Marketing Department and the many divisions and imprints within Penguin Young Readers Group. This is perfect opportunity for someone who is passionate about reading and loves children's books!

The ideal candidate must be able to prioritize, multi-task, and creatively problem-solve. You must have strong organizational skills, the ability to meet deadlines, work collaboratively and independently, and will be expected to interact successfully with marketing, sales, and editorial teams, as well represent the company with teachers and librarians.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Brainstorm marketing plans across library and school channels and work with supervision on execution of materials
• Coordinate promotional mailings to industry influencers, including maintaining contact database
• Create PowerPoint presentations for Book Buzzes to teachers and librarians and pitch key titles
• Assist in creation and updates of School & Library websites and other digital materials
• Provide support at all national and regional conferences, including travel 4-6 times a year.
• Assist in the planning of 2-3 PYR Events throughout the year, including location research, catering orders, and on-location (NYC) support
• Provide general support to the department, including meeting preparation, booking author travel, processing invoices etc.
• Assist the team with additional library- and teacher-focused promotions

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:

• Interest in and enthusiasm for children's literature, particularly in the school and library field
• Previous office and school or library experience preferred but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

The PRH office is located in New York City. This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities approximately one to three days per week.

The salary for this position is $51,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.

Apply by February 14th and include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements for consideration.

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC

Country: United States of America

State/Region: New York

City: New York

Postal Code: 10019

Job ID: 277261

Date: Feb 10, 2025

Location:

New York, NY, US, 10019

Nearest Major Market: Manhattan

Nearest Secondary Market: New York City

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